It's no secret that fertilization treatments are crucial to maintaining a healthy and beautiful lawn. However, fertilizing your lawn is not a one-and-done thing. You need to fertilize your grass in Tennessee multiple times a year to keep it growing strong, which begs the question: how often should your grass be fertilized? The answer depends on the season. In the spring, you need to feed your grass with nutrient-packed fertilizers 2 times to help it emerge from winter dormancy and enter the new season in good shape. In summer, 2 applications of fertilizer will help your lawn survive the summer stress. You also want to apply weed control treatments to eliminate weeds that will steal the nutrients from your grass!

Fertilize your grass 2 times in the spring.

Thick & fertilized lawn in Lakeland, TN.

Spring is the season of rebirth for your grass. After the cold winter days, your grass will be weak and its nutrient supply will be depleted. Your lawn will need energy to come out of dormancy and start the new growing season on the right foot. Applying fertilizer in the spring will assist your grass in emerging from dormancy and replenish its supply of nutrients. You'll want to fertilize your grass 2 times in the spring; one treatment should be in mid-spring and the other in late spring. Doing this will allow your grass to regain its vibrant color, develop stronger roots, and get ready for the warmer months of the year.

Apply fertilizer twice in the summer to help your grass survive the heat.

Summer is a stressful season for your lawn. The heat and dry conditions can take a toll on its health and appearance, but you can support your lawn's growth by applying fertilizer twice in the summer. Nourishing your grass with nutrient-packed fertilizers will help to keep it lush and vibrant. Fertilizer treatments will also provide your lawn with the nutrients that will fortify its root system and allow it to withstand the summer heat.

Slow-release fertilizers work best for your lawn because it ensures your grass has a steady and consistent supply of nutrients.

Maximize your fertilizer treatments by investing in pre- and post-emergent weed control.

Dandelion weed getting post emergent treatment applied in Memphis, TN.

While applying fertilizer treatments regularly throughout the year will do a great job of keeping your grass in great shape, your lawn might not be able to maximize these treatments if it is full of weeds. These unwanted plants make it their mission to steal nutrients from your grass. To ensure your lawn can maximize the fertilization treatments you're supplying it with, you'll want to take advantage of weed control treatments, too. The 2 types of weed control you need to use to get the best result are:

  • Pre-emergent Weed Control: This treatment is designed to prevent weeds from breaking through the soil surface, which means you never have to see their ugly heads rearing on your lawn.
  • Post-emergent Weed Control: If you already see weeds on your turf, a post-emergent weed control treatment is the best way to go. This treatment will eliminate any existing weeds on your lawn to stop them from competing with your grass for essential nutrients.

Enjoy a nourished and thriving lawn year-round. Call us today to sign up for our lawn fertilization service.

Here at Picture Perfect Landscapes, we offer a lawn care program that includes multiple fertilizer treatments throughout the year. This program also includes pre- and post-emergent weed control treatments. Your lawn's health is our priority, and we will work tirelessly to keep your lawn in tip-top health!

We offer this service to commercial and residential properties, as well as HOAs, in Memphis, Midtown Memphis, East Memphis, TN, and nearby areas. Call us today at (901) 246-7656 to sign up for our lawn fertilization service.